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Governor Yusuf submits Murtala Garo’s nomination to the Kano Assembly for appointment as Deputy Governor

Aliyu dahiruApril 22, 2026

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has transmitted the name of Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo to the State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation as Deputy Governor. This was contained in a statement signed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. The nomination is in line with Section 191(3) of the 1999...

Kano governor applauds Shekarau’s return to the APC

Aliyu dahiruApril 19, 2026

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has welcomed former Governor and Senator, Ibrahim Shekarau, to the All Progressives Congress, describing his return as a major boost to the party in the state. The governor said Shekarau’s return would further strengthen the ruling party’s structure and political influence in Kano ahead of future elections. This was contained...

Former Kano governor Ibrahim Shekarau quits PDP

Aliyu dahiruApril 19, 2026

A former Kano State Governor, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party, citing what he described as a strategic political realignment. In a resignation letter dated April 19, 2026, and addressed to the PDP Chairman of Giginyu Ward in Nassarawa Local Government Area of Kano State, Shekarau said his exit...

Kano ADC holds successful congress, elects new executives.

Aliyu dahiruApril 12, 2026

The ADC has unveiled its newly elected state executives in Kano State following the conclusion of its 2026 state congress. Hon. Abullahi Maikano emerged as Chairman, with Hon. Ali Datti Yako serving as Deputy Chairman. The leadership structure also includes multiple vice chairmen representing different zones, alongside key administrative positions such as Secretary, Treasurer, and...

Kwankwaso Speaks on ADC Power-Sharing Formula

Aliyu dahiruApril 12, 2026

Leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has revealed that his group accepted a reduced share in the power-sharing arrangement within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) despite being offered a larger percentage. Kwankwaso disclosed this while addressing members of the movement in Kano at the weekend. He said the...

APC stakeholders present three candidates for Kano deputy governor slot

Aliyu dahiruApril 12, 2026

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress in Kano State have submitted three nominees to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for consideration to fill the vacant office of deputy governor. The decision followed a meeting held on Saturday after consultations among party leaders. The meeting was chaired by former APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and attended...

Kwankwasiyya Files Petition to DSS Over Alleged Coordinated Online Harassment Campaign

Aliyu dahiruApril 11, 2026

The Kwankwasiyya Movement has petitioned the Department of State Services (DSS) in Kano State, alleging a coordinated campaign of cyber harassment, online bullying, and defamation targeting its leaders across various social media platforms. In a petition dated 9th April 2026 and addressed to the Director of the DSS in Kano State Command, the movement called...

Gov Yusuf reveals how his former deputy allegedly schemed to oust him from office

Aliyu dahiruApril 10, 2026

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has alleged that his former deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam, attempted to remove him from power and take his position. Gov Yusuf made the allegation when he hosted some praise singers (Mawallafan Abba Gida Gida) at the Government House, Kano, on Thursday. Gwarzo resigned from his position amid the plot of the...

Police deploy to Shekarau’s residence in Kano ahead of his anticipated APC defection.

Aliyu dahiruApril 8, 2026

The Mundubawa residence of Mallam Ibrahim Shekarau, former governor of Kano State, has seen a heavy presence of armed police personnel ahead of his planned final decampment to the ruling APC today, Wednesday. Professor Nentawe Yilwatda Goshewa, the APC National Chairman, is scheduled to formally receive the former Minister of Education and former Senator representing...

Kano OGP Secretariat Unveils Election Roadmap for CSO Committee

Aliyu dahiruApril 8, 2026

Kano State’s Open Government Partnership (OGP) process marked a key step forward after a multi-stakeholder meeting convened by the OGP Secretariat to guide the transition of the Civil Society (CS) Steering Committee and strengthen collaboration with government officials. According to a statement signed by Musaddiq Kabir Adam, Head of Secretariat, Kano State OGP, the meeting...

Gov. Yusuf Commissions Newly Completed Nasarawa Hospital Road, Racecourse Projects

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commissioned the Nasarawa Hospital Road and Racecourse road projects as part of efforts to improve road infrastructure and ease movement within Kano metropolis. The projects are expected to improve access to key locations, reduce transportation difficulties and support commercial activities within the state capital. The improved roads...

Kano Urges FG to Expand Road Projects, Embrace Durable Concrete Pavements

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has called on the Federal Government to sustain investment in road infrastructure in Kano, with particular emphasis on durable roads capable of withstanding heavy traffic. The Governor made the appeal while speaking at the commissioning of Section III of the Abuja–Kaduna–Zaria–Kano Expressway, where he represented President Bola Ahmed...

Gov. Yusuf Commends Tinubu for Boosting Infrastructure Development in Northern Nigeria

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for prioritising major infrastructure projects expected to strengthen transportation, trade and economic development in Northern Nigeria. The Governor gave the commendation while representing the President at the commissioning of Section III of the Abuja–Kaduna–Zaria–Kano Expressway. He noted that efficient road infrastructure was...

Gov. Yusuf Hails Ooni of Ife as Monarch Marks 52nd Birthday

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has congratulated the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on the occasion of his 52nd birthday. The Governor described the revered monarch as a respected traditional ruler whose commitment to cultural preservation, peacebuilding and national unity continues to inspire Nigerians across ethnic...

2027: Gov. Yusuf Assures Tinubu of Northern Backing

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has assured President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the support of Northern Nigeria for his re-election in the 2027 general elections. The Governor gave the assurance on Saturday in Abuja while speaking at the inauguration of the Arewa for Asiwaju (A4A) campaign office. Governor Yusuf expressed confidence that the...

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